Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax

Oryza sativa (rice) bran wax is a solid plant-derived wax isolated from the outer bran of rice kernels, made up mainly of long-chain esters. In balms, sticks, and creams, it raises viscosity, adds slip, and forms a soft, occlusive finish.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A rice-derived wax that thickens balms and seals in moisture.
Category
Barrier Support, Skin Conditioning
Type
Thickener

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Creates a cushioning, smooth feel and reduces water loss by forming a breathable occlusive layer.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in solid lotions, lip butters, ointments, and anhydrous body products to add structure and glide.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Typically well tolerated and low in irritation risk. In very heavy, occlusive blends it may feel pore-occluding for some acne-prone users. No specific cosmetic regulatory restrictions are commonly noted.

Is Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax a Good Ingredient?

Rated Good as a stable structuring wax that reliably improves texture and provides gentle occlusion with low irritation potential. Its benefits are mainly barrier support and sensorial rather than corrective, but the performance is consistent enough to earn a solid Good rating.

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